Lifeblood - eNews, February 2017

A new anti-cancer drug which has the power to ‘melt away’ advanced forms of chronic lymphocytic leukaemia (CLL) has been granted approval by the Australian Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA). But until it is listed on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme, it remains inaccessible to Australians like Deborah Sims

Australia gets shaving for people like Jenny

Publish Date: 9/2/2017

The Leukaemia Foundation’s iconic World’s Greatest Shave is back this March, when thousands of extraordinary Aussies will get sponsored to shave or colour their hair to help beat blood cancer and give Australians like Jenny the support they need

Graduate of ‘myeloma school of hard knocks’ awarded 2017 Australian of the Year

Publish Date: 8/2/2017

Pioneering stem cell scientist and international leader Alan Mackay-Sim has been named as 2017 Australian of the Year. The international leader is also recovering from a stem cell transplant which forced to swap his white coat for a hospital gown after being diagnosed with multiple myeloma

Last call for New York City runners to help children like Emma beat blood cancer

Publish Date: 9/2/2017

It was his daughter’s shock diagnosis and brave recovery from blood cancer that inspired Simon Corry to sign up for his first-ever marathon challenge in New York City. Simon is now urging others to join him on this adventure to help raise money for families impacted by blood cancer

A warm welcome to Victoria and Tasmania’s new general manager

Publish Date: 9/2/2017

Demonstrating his commitment to engaging with the Leukaemia Foundation’s supporters in innovative and dynamic ways, Victoria and Tasmania’s new general manager has 'jumped into the saddle' of a fundraising event and signed up for Ride As One Japan

World champion cyclist to ride for a cure

Publish Date: 9/2/2017

World champion cyclist Amy Cure has seen first-hand how a blood diagnosis can affect a family. This April she will join the Ride As One team for the 1070 kilometre challenge from Victoria to South Australia and raise help vital funds to provide support and accommodation for regional families

Volunteer drivers needed for donation tin program

Publish Date: 9/2/2017

Are you keen to help make a difference? The Leukaemia Foundation has volunteer positions that will ensure you are helping to drive every dollar to where it counts most - improving treatments and finding cures for blood cancer

Ride As One heads to Kyushu - Japan’s cycling paradise - to raise funds for research and cures

Publish Date: 9/2/2017

The picturesque island of Kyushu is promising to be the ‘best ride yet’ for Ride As One cycling enthusiasts and with just three places left this is your last chance to join a spectacular sight-seeing adventure across Japan’s most southern island

The Leukaemia Foundation is always on the hunt for keen volunteers

Publish Date: 9/2/2017

With exciting community events and activities planned for 2017 the Leukaemia Foundation is on the lookout for enthusiastic volunteers. Here is your opportunity to meet new friends and use your skills to help make a difference

The Canberra Times Australian Running Festival offers fun for the whole family

Publish Date: 9/2/2017

Australia’s most historic run, the Canberra Marathon, is coming up and this family friendly event in April is a chance for your whole family to get involved and raise vital funds to help families impacted by a blood cancer diagnosis

Muscle cars to cross four states in 2017

Publish Date: 9/2/2017

Promising to be even bigger and better, this year’s Aussie Muscle Car Run will travel almost 2000 kilometres and cross four states of the country. This is your chance to join some of the greatest teams of people you will ever meet so gyour team and prepare for some serious fun

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